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Terry John

Acting
Updated: Apr 11, 2026
8Total Films
7.5 Highest Rated

About Terry John

Terry John is a British actor best known for playing Percy in Oh, Doctor Beeching!. He began acting in The '80s, appearing in three episodes of the mini-series Wolcott. The rest of the decade for John contained guest shots in Bergerac, CASUAL+Y, A Very British Coup, and Minder. In The '90s, John made 5 different appearances in The Bill (and would play a further three characters in the next decade). Further guest roles came in Lovejoy, EastEnders, As Time Goes By, Pie in the Sky, and Backup. He was cast as Corporal Tony Genaro in Which Way to the War?, an unaired Pilot written by David Croft. Croft didn't forget about John, and gave him a role in his next series, Oh, Doctor Beeching!, as Percy, a railway guard and notorious skirt-chaser. Following his stint on Beeching!, John's acting career began to slow down, with some of his last acting roles coming in 28 Days Later, Murphy's Law, and Wire in the Blood. His final credit to date came in 2006, in yet another episode of The Bill.

Terry John Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Terry John reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 8 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Terry John's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 50% of Terry John's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Birth of a Nation, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Terry John Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Terry John's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Terry John has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2002 28 Days Later Featured Infected Hit Similar →
1994 Which Way to the War Corporal Tony Genaro Flop Similar →
1991 Under Suspicion Switchboard Operator Average Similar →
1991 Deptford Graffiti Sergeant Flop Similar →
1990 The Fool - Hit Similar →
1987 Pack of Lies Police Gas Man Hit Similar →
1987 Making Waves Hotel Manager Average Similar →
1983 Birth of a Nation Sergeant Powell Super Hit Similar →

Terry John - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Terry John?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Terry John is "Birth of a Nation" with a rating of 7.5/10.

How many movies has Terry John acted in?

Terry John has been featured in at least 8 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Terry John?

Other notable films include "28 Days Later", "The Fool", and "Pack of Lies".

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